Antonio Meucci
Italian inventor
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About Antonio Meucci
Antonio Meucci was a famous Italian inventor who was considered by some historians as the originator of the telephone. He made history in 1856 when he came up with a voice-communication tool which connected his laboratory to one of his bedrooms.
In 1871, he submitted a caveat to the United States Patent Office, but failed to mention that his invention transferred vocal sound through electromagnetic transmission. He was also one of the founders of the Telettrofono Company.
Personal Life
He was the son of Domenica Pepi and Amatis Meucci. In 1834, he became the husband of Esterre Mochi, who worked as a costume designer.
Education
Meucci read mechanical and chemical engineering at Florence Academy of Fine Arts.
Facts
In 2008, as part of his 200th anniversary, the Italian Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Activities gave him the title “Inventor of the telephone”.
He was the subject of Enrico Guazzoni’s 1940 film of the same name.
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F.A.Q. about Antonio Meucci
When is his birthday?
Antonio Meucci's birthday is on April 13, 1808.
In how many days is his birthday?
Antonio's birthday is in 352 days
How old was Antonio when he died?
He was 81 years old.
When did he die?
He died in October 18, 1889.
How old would he be today?
Antonio Meucci would be 216 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Antonio from?
He was born in Florence.